Dino Melaye makes first court appearance as lawyer

Former Kogi West Senator, Dino Melaye, on Friday made his first courtroom appearance as a lawyer, stepping into legal practice after years in politics and public life.

Dressed in a full wig and gown, Melaye appeared before Justice Emeka Nwite at Courtt 8 of the Federal High Court, Abuja, marking his debut his debut since being called to the Nigeria Bar a few days ago.

In a viral video on social media, Melaye was seen clad in the traditional black gown and white wig associated with legal practice in Nigeria.

The former Kogi West representative at the upper chamber was with some fellow lawyers as they made their way into the courtroom.

Melaye also shared on his verified Facebook page on Friday,  “Senator Dino Melaye at the Federal High Court Abuja today. Appeared before Justice Emeka Nwite of Court 8,”

The former lawmaker was among over 5,000 new lawyers called to the Bar in Abuja in early July, following his completion of a law degree at Baze University.

The chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party represented the Kogi West Senatorial District in the Senate during the 8th Assembly.

He is currently part of the political coalition that moved into the African Democratic Congress.